The Hero Who Loves Another Mans Wife, from Basohli, in the Punjab Hills, c.1660-70

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"The Hero Who Loves Another Man's Wife" is a notable Pahari painting originating from Basohli, a town in the Punjab Hills, created around 1660-70 by an artist known as the Basohli Master. This work is an exemplary piece of the Basohli school of painting, which is recognized for its vivid use of colors, bold lines, and unique facial types with receding foreheads and large, expressive eyes. The painting is a visual representation of a narrative from classical Indian literature, likely depicting a scene from the romantic epics that were popular during that period, such as the Gita Govinda or a story from the Bhagavata Purana.

The Basohli Master, whose identity remains unknown, is credited with pioneering the early phase of the Pahari painting tradition. This particular piece is characterized by its intense emotion and dramatic use of color, which are hallmarks of the Basohli style that later influenced other schools of Indian miniature painting. The artwork typically features a hero, possibly a king or nobleman, who is enamored with another man's wife, reflecting the complex narratives of love and honor that pervade Indian epic poetry and literature.

The painting is not only significant for its artistic merit but also for its cultural and historical value, providing insight into the themes and aesthetics valued in Indian courtly culture during the 17th century. As an important artifact of the Basohli school, "The Hero Who Loves Another Man's Wife" contributes to the understanding of the evolution of Indian miniature painting and the socio-cultural context of the time. The work is preserved in various art collections and is studied for its technique, iconography, and contribution to the development of Pahari art.

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